Desogestrel Prescribing at THE CROSS KEYS PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
749
Total Quantity
81.9K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+89%
THE CROSS KEYS PRACTICE prescribed 749 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,289 to the NHS. This is 89% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 749 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 81,851 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,289 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 749 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +89% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.